Les Simpson
About
Les Simpson's platform centers on conservative philosophies and addressing the fundamental needs of the city. As an incumbent, he emphasizes continuing the council's ongoing efforts to identify and respond to these essential city requirements.
Campaign promises (2)
- platformFocus on conservative philosophies and addressing the city's core needs.
- transparencyContinue the council's work to identify and address city needs.
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 23
- Total speaking time
- 2:38:07
- Avg per meeting
- 6:52
- Segments
- 2816
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Top issues during term (10)(Environment)
Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion Planning
Projected total costs approaching $1 billion, partially offset by state grants and low-interest loans.
wastewater spill
Taxpayers will likely foot the bill for unexpected emergency repairs and potential environmental fines.
Environmental Concerns (Power Plant)
Additional monitoring would cost approximately $64,000.
water supply agreement
This deal could mean big changes for how much we pay for water in the long run.
PROTECT Grant Program Application Support
Could secure federal grant funding to offset local costs for infrastructure hardening and resilience projects.
water main break
Repairs could cost taxpayers a pretty penny, but it's necessary to get our water flowing again.
water main breaks
Fixing these busted pipes is going to cost the city some serious cash, which could mean higher water bills down the line.
water agreement
Potential long-term costs and environmental impacts associated with the agreement.
water deal
It's unclear if this deal will save us money or cost us more in the long run.
water quality report
Your wallet is safe – no extra costs are coming your way because the water is good to go.
Moved or seconded (6)
Motions Simpson personally put forward or seconded. Attribution comes from the minutes; where the minutes name somebody we cannot match to the roster we leave it out rather than guess, so this is a floor, not a total.
- movedpassed 4-02026-05-12
Motion by Councilmember Simpson, seconded by Councilmember Reid, to approve the consent, agenda absent Agenda Item No. 4.15, as presented.
- secondedpassed 4-02026-05-12
Consideration of Resolution No. 05-12-26-3. This item is a first and recommended final reading of a resolution authorizing the application for the administration of a Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention (MVCPA) FY27 Catalytic Converter Theft Prevention Grant, authorizing
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 4-02026-05-12
Consideration of Resolution No. 05-12-26-2. This item is the first reading to consider a resolution authorizing an application for the 2025 Edward Byrne Memorial Justics Assistance Grant, authorizing an Interlocal Agreement to share grant funds with Potter County,
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- secondedpassed 4-02026-05-12
Consider Approval - First Amended and Restated Agreement to existing South Gateway Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone #3 developer agreement with Attebury Elevators, LLC and Rockrose Development, LLC. This agreement is related to infrastructure investment within the Zone. The amendment would also add H
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 4-02026-05-12
Consideration of Resolution No. 05-12-26-4. This item is the first reading to consider a resolution approving the updated Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Plan for the City Plan, designating an EEO Officer, authorizing implementation and submission to the Federal
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
- movedpassed 4-02026-05-12
Consideration of Resolution No. 05-12-26-1. This item is the first reading to consider a resolution dissolving and abandoning the dedication of an unaccepted public alley to the City of Amarillo, conveying the right-of-way to adjacent property owners and dedicating a public
Title matched to the agenda, not quoted from the motion
Decisions during term (0)
Recorded while Simpson was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
No decisions found matching Environment.
Voting record (0)(Environment)
No votes found matching Environment.